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DS05 BHK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

172,857 mi
Last recorded172,857 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 BHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 172,857 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 172,853 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2017 169,356 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 163,991 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 155,721 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 147,359 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 147,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 139,331 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 131,487 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 122,153 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 113,324 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 105,288 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 88,180 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 88,177 miles

Hand operated control valve lever inoperable from the driving position (3.2.2b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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DS05 BHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS05 BHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS05 BHK registered?

DS05 BHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is DS05 BHK safe to buy?

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